Asking for Help: Remove the Stigma Welcome to What’s In the Middle! Today I want to delve into an issue that continues to plague a lot of people, myself included - the issue of help. Specifically, the issue of asking for help from others. Now, take me for instance, one of the reasons my relationship has suffered is because I am not someone who likes to ask for help. I have come to recognize that this is not just an issue with my boyfriend, but with pretty much everyone. I tried to take on everything myself, believing I could cope and didn’t need any help. It was the balance of risk - the only person I could let down would be myself, so this felt like a risk worth taking. And the other issue, and this is more common, is that I believed it came across as some sort of a weakness to ask for help. To me it was important to ensure I was dependent upon myself and nobody else. I was a strong and confident woman who relied on myself and nobody else. And that was that! This is due
Influencers: How We Perceive Them and Why They Matter Hello everyone, welcome to What's in the middle. I have been slightly triggered, which prompted me to further research what an influencer is. Gurus and influencers can be great resources, but it's important to remember that they are human. Just like anyone else, they can make mistakes. They can also use other influencers' material to raise their platform; you would be none the wiser. Be sure to research before investing in a course or program from a guru or influencer. You may also want to consider meeting them in person before making any decisions. This will allow you to get a feel for their personality and whether or not they are someone, you can trust. Introduction What is an influencer, and why do they matter in the age of social media? An influencer has the power to influence the making decisions of people because of their knowledge, authority, position, or relationship with the consumer. The way we perceive inf